Was wondering if anyone uses the Kelton Hollowing tools? I am looking at the 5/16" mini and the 5/8" sizes. I would appreciate any info.
Bernie
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Kelton Hollowing Tools
- Thread starter Bernie Weishapl
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Bernie,
I have the full set. I like them alot. Have played with a few other hollowers like a Crown Beaver and did not like them nearly as much. I started with the mid size Kelton and enjoyed it so much I completed the set. The Keltons were instantly comfortable to me. I liked the fact that I can adjust the length of the tool as well as the handles. They have been easy for me to keep sharp. They feel good in my hand. And I haven't sent bowls skidding across the room while using them either! Always a good recommendation! <grin>
I am not a very experienced turner however Bernie, so take my opinion with a grain of salt.
Dave
I have the full set. I like them alot. Have played with a few other hollowers like a Crown Beaver and did not like them nearly as much. I started with the mid size Kelton and enjoyed it so much I completed the set. The Keltons were instantly comfortable to me. I liked the fact that I can adjust the length of the tool as well as the handles. They have been easy for me to keep sharp. They feel good in my hand. And I haven't sent bowls skidding across the room while using them either! Always a good recommendation! <grin>
I am not a very experienced turner however Bernie, so take my opinion with a grain of salt.
Dave
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I have the small set and the large set and use them more than the others I have. I use them in either removable tool handles or in an arm brace. The arm brace with the 3/4" set is a good fit, but because it is still hand held, it can get a bit dicey over about 10" deep.
I still go back to the Ellsworth's for getting the nub at the bottom.
I still go back to the Ellsworth's for getting the nub at the bottom.
I like the Kelton tools very much and use them often. I also have several boring bars with swivel tip cutters, ring cutters and hook tools. They all have their uses. Bottom line is the Kelton tools will do a fine job on most hollowing but you will find the need for other cutting and scraping tools for faster results and cleaner cuts.
Thanks for the info. All the pm's I have gotten and people from other forums have all had good things to say. Several said the with the Keltons and a set of Jordons or Ellsworth's that I would be set for most HF I would be doing. I appreciate the help.
Bernie
Bernie
Kelton's good....
I have the Kelton; small and mid size. I see no real need for the large on the 16" Jet I use. When I first got the tools I had a few "machining problems". That's been resolved. In fact, Kel Mcnaughton was concerned enough he gave me a call. In my book that's a bunch of good will......My biggest problem was the learning curve. Kel helped a little with that aspect. Keep the tool on center and sharp. Don't force it much, allow it to feed or as one article I read stated "pulse the tool". I have used the Oneway with an aquaintance and I see no big difference except price. In fact, the guy with the Oneway coring tools called last night and told me he went back to the Kelton.
I have the Kelton; small and mid size. I see no real need for the large on the 16" Jet I use. When I first got the tools I had a few "machining problems". That's been resolved. In fact, Kel Mcnaughton was concerned enough he gave me a call. In my book that's a bunch of good will......My biggest problem was the learning curve. Kel helped a little with that aspect. Keep the tool on center and sharp. Don't force it much, allow it to feed or as one article I read stated "pulse the tool". I have used the Oneway with an aquaintance and I see no big difference except price. In fact, the guy with the Oneway coring tools called last night and told me he went back to the Kelton.